The tape allegedly shows the arrest of a Gardnerville man, who was choked by officers while handcuffed, struck repeatedly, and had his head slammed onto the trunk lid of a police car, according to the complaint.

Video footage of the abuse was obtained by CNN and aired before the case was filed.

Gene T. Jordan, 27, was arrested April 10, 2001, for eluding police officers and suspicion of driving under the influence, open container and no proof of insurance.

Jordan also had a fugitive warrant issued for his arrest at the time of the incident.